Still Making The Scene
Berkeley is a place where you can always give peace a chance
(Boston Globe)

BERKELEY, Calif. -- Combine the coziness of a small town with the sophistication of a big city, add the serenity of a meditation retreat and the agitation of an antiwar rally, and you've got Berkeley. Nestled between the glistening San Francisco Bay to the west and the tree-lined East Bay Hills, this community is best known for its radical protests of the 1960s. To this day, Berkeley continues its tradition of political activism, adding bite to even the most crunchy-granola California experience.

Ecological activism, the fight for workers' rights, and the campaign to end racial exploitation all go hand in hand with health-conscious living here. Thriving business collectives reflect a market-based commitment to environmental and social justice. (full article / travel itinerary)